Convert the Covid-19 threat into opportunity

05 May Convert the Covid-19 threat into opportunity

Entire world is caught up in unprecedented Covid-19 situations. These are testing times for all of us. Our lives, our lifestyles, our styles of work have changed drastically due to social distancing. This lock-down is going to have long-lasting effects on all of us.

Can we use this time? Time is running away with every moment. We cannot get it back no matter how hard we try. Can we invest this time in something that can help us? Yes, definitely we can. This is the time to invest in our careers. With economic hardships looming ahead, we need to be better prepared.

This is the time to sharpen our saw

If you had planned for getting PMPⓇ certified, now is the time to start. I have met many people who are simply terrified of the PMPⓇ exam and that is why they keep on postponing the idea of starting PMPⓇ exam preparation. If you have been procrastinating about the PMPⓇ certification, please do not. Start NOW. If you are a little careful, all it should take is about 6 weeks.

Steps in your journey

Before you begin your PMPⓇ exam prep, be sure to enroll for 35 hour training with a trainer who has the long industry experience and can explain application of the best practices and standards for project management with practical examples.

DO NOT read or begin your preparation before the training. In fact, I many times tell my students on a lighter note that I am going to teach you to read the PMBOKⓇ Guide.

If you understand the examples and practical application of the standards and best practices, the PMBOKⓇ Guide will no more be a dreaded book Then read each chapter and knowledge area in the PMBOKⓇ Guide.

For every topic, think of a practical example from your project management experience or the trainer’s example. Write it down on the book itself. Note, this is the most important step. Use different colors to note your examples to help you relate easily. Remember, you do not need to memorize. You only need to be able to relate to every topic.

Once you feel you are ready, solve a few questions on that knowledge area. Do not go to the next topic even in a given knowledge area unless you are sure you are conceptually clear about it.

Believe me, there is nothing more you need to do! You can register for our for better practice questions. One more important thing to remember is never to slow down. Keep your momentum up. Keep your spirit up. Commit for 2 hours every day. I should think that this definitely is possible in the current scenario. You should be ready for the examination within 6 weeks or less